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Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lyons Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Lyons Small Business Loans
Lyons unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Lyons Business Loans
What is the Larger Lyons Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan in this amount, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase equipment or inventory, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets and can include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay a loan which is generally based rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide an official notice of a claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting larger business loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment, which involves the answer to a series of financial health checks. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own 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 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months 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 credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements , it can 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 an answer within an hour – provided you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of variables that determine what is the well-being that is your business and the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of elements to determine your health for your business and the level of the repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a company loan?
When you request one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the business has been running and whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an business owner utilises the assets they have to make the loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure new financing using the value of what you already have.
Should I require security for a company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets before you can access the money but we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.