FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Westleigh Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Westleigh Small Business Loans
Westleigh unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Westleigh Business Loans
What is the Larger Westleigh Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost any company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could be on different terms.
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 at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will call you to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with 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 – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you apply within standard company hours and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within just one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you apply in normal business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables for determining what is the health of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the extent of repayments that your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you make an application for our business loans, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company loan experts. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout, plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we do require a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.