FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The West Richmond Small Business Loans
Tell me more about West Richmond Small Business Loans
West Richmond unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About the Larger West Richmond Business Loans
What is the Larger West Richmond Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company need, including company renovations, purchase of inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may include registering this with the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within one hour – provided you make your application at normal business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to determine how much we can lend you health that is your company and the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables to determine your well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been running, in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of 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.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required before you can access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get personal ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.