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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The West Harbour Small Business Loans
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West Harbour unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger West Harbour Business Loans
What is the Larger West Harbour Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own 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 company loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you might receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request at quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply during normal business hours and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you upload copies of your bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the well-being that is your business and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loan, we will assess the risk profile the company and provide an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the company has been running, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit specialists. They’ll provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence it is an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.