FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Largs North Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Largs North Small Business Loans
Largs North unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About the Larger Largs North Business Loans
What is the Larger Largs North Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every business need, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company credit specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within one hour, provided you make your application within quality business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as an company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request in standard business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank account information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the well-being for your business and the amount of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a set amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine your health that is your business 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 that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for the company credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company has been running, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what it is that you be required to pay, and when, right 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 make an application for loans with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful company credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather, use, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital aspect 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 and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of the lenders even the banks with the biggest size, prefer 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 means of securing new financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, there is a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.