FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lynbrook Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lynbrook Small Business Loans
Lynbrook unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as control of cash flow company renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About Larger Lynbrook Business Loans
What is the Larger Lynbrook Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge over assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (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 easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application during standard company times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide a decision in as little as an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply during normal business timings and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements that determine the health of your company and the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to assess your health for your business and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and whether the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can decide to repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful business credit experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.