FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Llandilo Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Llandilo Small Business Loans
Llandilo unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Llandilo Business Loans
What is the Larger Llandilo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to do this without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company credit specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you submit your request within standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision within just the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in normal business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your business and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation and in the event that the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business credit professionals. The experts will provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital 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 protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner borrows from an asset they own to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form a charge over assets.