FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Long Point Small Business Loans
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Long Point unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Long Point Business Loans
What is the Larger Long Point Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving 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 all company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be granted according to the date a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, 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 as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request at standard company hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – provided you apply within normal business hours and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve 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 agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors to determine what is the well-being of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as health of the company and the extent of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for one of our company loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know the exact amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company is in, how long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loan specialists. We will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to 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 make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.