FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Logan Reserve Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Logan Reserve Small Business Loans
Logan Reserve unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to 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 funds may be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including the management of cash flow, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Logan Reserve Business Loans
What is the Larger Logan Reserve Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700,000. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge over assets, and could include the registration of this in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of finance. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business 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 business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request within quality business times and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the 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. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statement, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we can often offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during normal business times and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll provide an answer in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being for your company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your health of your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
When you apply for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the company is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest, and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful business loans professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and secure your information, is crucial and an integral 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 protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to instantly verify the bank account details online to provide quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner utilises an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. If you adhere to the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.