FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The West Richmond Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the West Richmond Small Business Loans
West Richmond unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger West Richmond Business Loans
What is the Larger West Richmond Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able 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 contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (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 in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application during quality company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour if you apply at normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra 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 absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company credit specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner uses the assets they have to get the loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
Should I require security for an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.