FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lysterfield South Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Lysterfield South Small Business Loans
Lysterfield South unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Lysterfield South Business Loans
What is the Larger Lysterfield South Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all business purpose including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality company time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us documents from your account statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your business and the extent of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to request our business credit, we will assess the risk profile for your company and provide an individualised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the company operates in, how long the company has been in operation, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much 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 are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to do this please contact our helpful business credit experts. The experts will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner makes use of an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security for a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.