FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lilyfield Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Lilyfield Small Business Loans
Lilyfield unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Lilyfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Lilyfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any business reason, such as business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for a business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within an hour if you make your application at quality business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company and the level of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars the business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay and when, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company loans professionals. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, 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 make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner utilises an asset that they own to obtain a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure an company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money however, we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.