FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The West Harbour Small Business Loans
Let me know about the West Harbour Small Business Loans
West Harbour unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger West Harbour Business Loans
What is the Larger West Harbour Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can include registration through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors that determine your health of your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been operating and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can request a credit loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loan experts. They will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of paramount importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner uses assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or an company asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form charges on assets.