FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Langford Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Langford Small Business Loans
Langford unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About Larger Langford Business Loans
What is the Larger Langford Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large company loan can be used for nearly all business use, including business renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on 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 stating the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You can apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request at quality business times and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within 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 particular circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements for determining what is the health of the company and the amount of repayments that your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the business.
When you make an application for a set amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being for your business and the extent of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you make an application for one of our business credit, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation as well as whether the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. We will provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner borrows from an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 typically, you will need personal guarantee and security in the form an asset charge.