FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lilydale Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Lilydale Small Business Loans
Lilydale unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Lilydale Business Loans
What is the Larger Lilydale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The 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?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business need, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by way of charge over assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
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 permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial health checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (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. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements , it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request in standard business hours and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of factors for determining your health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been in operation for, what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to do this please call our helpful business credit experts. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses an asset they own to get the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.