FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The West End Small Business Loans
Let me know more about West End Small Business Loans
West End unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger West End Business Loans
What is the Larger West End Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have 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 funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory 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 requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to re-pay 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the 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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in quality business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour – provided you apply during normal business times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects to determine your health of your business and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess the well-being of the company and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loans specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the 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 repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance 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 personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.