FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Liberty Grove Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Liberty Grove Small Business Loans
Liberty Grove unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company need, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Liberty Grove Business Loans
What is the Larger Liberty Grove Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the company borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in quality business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the well-being of the business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as health for your company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is operating in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loans professionals. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and is a crucial element of our relationship with 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 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.