FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Westbourne Park Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Westbourne Park Small Business Loans
Westbourne Park unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily 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 reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Westbourne Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Westbourne Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, 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 for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company 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 demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within quality company times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been running, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
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. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company lending experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital 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 information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner makes use of assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.