FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Little River Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Little River Small Business Loans
Little River unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company reason, such as the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Little River Business Loans
What is the Larger Little River Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. The applicant must also 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 to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include registration in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
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 items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health for your business and the level of repayments that your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine your well-being for your company and the amount of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business credit, we will assess the risk assessment the company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, 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 standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. This allows us to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to secure a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security prior to the loan’s access however, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you are able to get a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.