FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lynwood Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lynwood Small Business Loans
Lynwood unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down 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 to fulfill almost any company use, including cash flow management, company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Concerning Larger Lynwood Business Loans
What is the Larger Lynwood Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all business need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than defining the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to do 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 finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company loan specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$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 to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply at quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The fastest way is to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request within normal business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements, it may take 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 consider a variety of elements in order to assess your well-being that is your company and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the health for your business and the amount of repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
When you make an application for our company financing, we will assess the risk assessment of your business and offer you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the company has been operating, how long the company has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s not any 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 can get a cash loan with with no upfront cost 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 decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please call our helpful business loans specialists. The specialists will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner makes use of assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing additional financing using the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally, there is a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.