FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lilyfield Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Lilyfield Small Business Loans
Lilyfield unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company need, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Lilyfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Lilyfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business use, including company improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include registration with the PPSR or making 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 is signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay 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 that are registered for personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard company time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply during normal business timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to provide a decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess your health for your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been running for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please call our helpful company credit specialists. The professionals will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Do I need security for a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.