FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Logan Central Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Logan Central Small Business Loans
Logan Central unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum as well as other fees and charges. Our business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Logan Central Business Loans
What is the Larger Logan Central Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every company purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online 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 allows priority over personal property to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger business loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We could be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering some financial health questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will be in touch to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (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 also require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business time and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer a decision within the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide a response in one hour – provided you apply at standard business times and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide an answer within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors in order to assess your well-being of the company and the level of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specifics the company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating and in the event that the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You can repay all of your advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. We will provide you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, not just the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your asset may be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, the requirement for asset security is not required upfront to access the money however, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of charges on assets.