FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lytton Small Business Loans
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Lytton unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll know in advance the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Lytton Business Loans
What is the Larger Lytton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company purpose including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge over assets and can include registration in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants priority over personal property to be assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be 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 over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for 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 application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to 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 could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application within normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a variety of elements for determining what is the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer that includes the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the business has been running, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loans specialists. They’ll offer you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We utilise a sophisticated banking verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner uses an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required prior to the loan’s access However, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need a personal ensure and security in the form of charges on assets.