FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Westbourne Park Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Westbourne Park Small Business Loans
Westbourne Park unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Westbourne Park Business Loans
What is the Larger Westbourne Park Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost every company use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects 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 form of document to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be subject to 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)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining how much we can lend you well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess your health for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors including the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate 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 assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans over $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.