FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lynfield Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lynfield Small Business Loans
Lynfield unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Lynfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Lynfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan can be used for almost any company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory 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 funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer within one hour if you apply during quality business hours and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we will be able to offer the decision within 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour if you apply within normal business hours and permit 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 are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors for determining what is the health for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess the health for your company and the extent of payments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars the company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. The company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan no cost upfront or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The specialists will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to get a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.