FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The West Lindfield Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the West Lindfield Small Business Loans
West Lindfield unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger West Lindfield Business Loans
What is the Larger West Lindfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion 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 your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business 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)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply in quality company hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply within standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining what is the health for your company and the extent of the repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess the health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company credit professionals. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer 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 borrows from an asset that they own to get a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.