FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lilyfield Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Lilyfield Small Business Loans
Lilyfield unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Lilyfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Lilyfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost every business need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register 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 permits priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (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 simple and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply within normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide the decision in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of variables for determining how much we can lend you health that is your business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as health of the business and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you request business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company has been in operation and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company lending specialists. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout, plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence it is the process of securing additional financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.