FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lavender Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Lavender Bay Small Business Loans
Lavender Bay unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every company purpose including control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Lavender Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Lavender Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for almost all business need, including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject a full credit assessment and any offer you receive could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can 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 business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (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 quick and simple. Complete the online form within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply in standard company times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer an answer within just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application at normal business times and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide an answer in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of factors that determine your health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company and the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business is operating in, how long the business is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital 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 and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We employ a highly sophisticated banking verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset they own to obtain a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a 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’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.