FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Western Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Western Heights Small Business Loans
Western Heights unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Western Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Western Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to pay back 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 that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – provided you apply in standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company is operating in, how long the business is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with 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 the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.