FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Long Bay Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Long Bay Small Business Loans
Long Bay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. The company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any company reason, such as cash flow management, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Long Bay Business Loans
What is the Larger Long Bay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost every business need, including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, which could also include registering this with the PPSR or registering as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to ease the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply within quality business timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you apply during standard business time and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision within the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects that determine the well-being of the company and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a range of elements to assess your well-being that is your company and the extent of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us company loans, we will assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for, the industry the company operates in, the long the company has been in operation, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful business lending specialists. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and knowing how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship 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 security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner makes use of the assets they have to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans the requirement for asset security is not required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.