FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lane Cove North Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Lane Cove North Small Business Loans
Lane Cove North unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Lane Cove North Business Loans
What is the Larger Lane Cove North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan is a great option for almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge over assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We could be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a business 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply at quality business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide a decision in just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the health for your business and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been running and in the event that the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange 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 employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner utilises the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money, however we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150,000 generally there is personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.