FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Western Heights Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Western Heights Small Business Loans
Western Heights unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Western Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Western Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly every company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, 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 necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 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 fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply at quality business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business timings and let us use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your business and the level of payments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you make an application for our business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the business and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit specialists. We will offer you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect 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 make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract document) Asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.