FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lilli Pilli Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lilli Pilli Small Business Loans
Lilli Pilli unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company need, such as managing cash flows, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Lilli Pilli Business Loans
What is the Larger Lilli Pilli Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify 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 generate an annual revenue of $700,000. You must be 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 demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business use, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $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 from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard company times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link 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 in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to 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 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for one of our business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off 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 pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their security. We make use of an advanced banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to make a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of the lenders including the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required upfront to access the money, however we do require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.