FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Long Bay Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Long Bay Small Business Loans
Long Bay unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company purpose including control of cash flow business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Long Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Long Bay 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 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan can be used for almost every business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets and can be registered on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is generally based rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR gives preference over private property assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you may receive may have different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can 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 business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer in just one hour if you apply during quality company timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just an company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply within normal business time and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation, what percentage of the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful company loans experts. We will offer you with repayment details and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of assets they own to get the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.