FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lucas Heights Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Lucas Heights Small Business Loans
Lucas Heights unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Lucas Heights Business Loans
What is the Larger Lucas Heights Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by way of charge on assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than defining security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for for the 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. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request within standard business time and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard company hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at standard business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer an answer in just 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 within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being for your business and the amount of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your well-being for your company and the level of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, the long the company has been in operation, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit experts. We will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
In order to help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner uses assets they own to make the loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of the lenders not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.