FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lyall Bay Small Business Loans
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Lyall Bay unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Lyall Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Lyall Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all business use, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by taking a charge over assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour, provided you make your application in standard company time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application during standard business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables in order to assess your well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics of your business.
When you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements to determine your well-being of your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile the company and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business is in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent 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 at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online, allowing us to offer rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access, however we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as specified in your loan contract) Asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form an asset charge.