FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The West Melbourne Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the West Melbourne Small Business Loans
West Melbourne unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger West Melbourne Business Loans
What is the Larger West Melbourne Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% 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 the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge on assets, and could include registering this in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 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 is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during quality company time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors for determining your health for your business and the amount of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for our company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running as well as in the event that the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company credit specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in 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?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and a vital part 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 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner borrows from assets they own to secure a loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders 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 transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access, however we do need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.