FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Londonderry Small Business Loans
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Londonderry unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Londonderry Business Loans
What is the Larger Londonderry Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and may include the registration of this in the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business the borrower fails to repay 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 goods or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned 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 without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could have different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request at standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statement, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of elements to determine your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine the health for your company and the level of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loan, we will assess the risk profile for your company and offer you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, the long the business has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner utilises an asset they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a vehicle or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access but we do need the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.