FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lilli Pilli Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Lilli Pilli Small Business Loans
Lilli Pilli unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Lilli Pilli Business Loans
What is the Larger Lilli Pilli Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be subject to different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company 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 prove at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (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 process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during standard business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer the decision in just one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide a response in one hour if you submit your request within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer the decision within 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine your well-being for your company and the extent of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the company and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll know the exact amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. We will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner borrows from an asset they own to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans the requirement for asset security is not required before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.