FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lawnton Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Lawnton Small Business Loans
Lawnton unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Lawnton Business Loans
What is the Larger Lawnton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funding be used for?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, which could also include registering this on the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within quality company times and permit us to make use of 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 offer an answer in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, permit us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining your well-being for your company and the extent of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine the well-being of the business and the level of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to request one of our business financing, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and offer an individualised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company is in operation, in the event that the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the first day. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and being transparent about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the loan. The asset could be an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to secure a 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 do need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, you can get personal guarantee and security that is in the form an asset charge.