FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Luscombe Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Luscombe Small Business Loans
Luscombe unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. This company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business need, such as the management of cash flow, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
About larger Luscombe Business Loans
What is the Larger Luscombe 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 term fixed with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that 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?
To qualify for a loan in this amount the company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost all business use, including company remodeling, buying 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 is secured?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of finance. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will call you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour if you make your application at quality business time and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in just an business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statements it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour – provided you make your application in standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer an answer within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects for determining the health for your business and the amount of the repayments your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your health for your company and the amount of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
When you request business loans with us business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and provide you with a tailored offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall well-being or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loans specialists. The experts will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home or an company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even 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 the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.