FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lynfield Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lynfield Small Business Loans
Lynfield unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
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 control of cash flow company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Lynfield Business Loans
What is the Larger Lynfield Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
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?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including business renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may apply for an company 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for a 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 complete the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also 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 as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer a response in one hour if you apply in quality company time and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, 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 offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply in normal business time and allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide the decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of elements for determining the well-being that is your company and the extent of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business and the level of repayments your business can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront-priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business lending professionals. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow routine, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I need security for an company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access however, we do need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.