FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Logan Village Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Logan Village Small Business Loans
Logan Village unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Logan Village Business Loans
What is the Larger Logan Village Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually in the form of a charge against assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We might be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company credit specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summaries.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business hours and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer the decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal business hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer an answer within an hour – as long as you make your application during standard business time and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be able to provide you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of variables that determine how much we can lend you well-being for your business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics for your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine your health for your business and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, as well as the general health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please talk to one of our helpful company loan professionals. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account details online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an company owner utilises an asset they own to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or an business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.