FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the West Ryde Small Business Loans
Tell me about the West Ryde Small Business Loans
West Ryde unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business need, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger West Ryde Business Loans
What is the Larger West Ryde Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost any business purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard company time and let us 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’ll be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve 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 circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of factors to determine how much we can lend you health of your company and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health of your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and how long the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can choose to repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please call our helpful business loans experts. The professionals will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These 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 ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having 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 using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.