FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Long Bay Small Business Loans
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Long Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company use, including managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About the Larger Long Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Long Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (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 for nearly all company reason, such as company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that is greater than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the 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 quick and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in standard company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – provided you apply during normal business time and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health of your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the well-being of the company and the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please call our helpful company credit specialists. The experts will provide you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being upfront about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.