FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Wesklake Small Business Loans
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Wesklake unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Wesklake Business Loans
What is the Larger Wesklake Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company reason, such as business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply during standard company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard business times and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements that determine what is the health of your company and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to assess your well-being of your company and the level of repayments that your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with 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 choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company lending experts. The experts will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.