FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Luscombe Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Luscombe Small Business Loans
Luscombe unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll know in advance the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About the Larger Luscombe Business Loans
What is the Larger Luscombe Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700,000. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost every business need, including company remodeling, buying equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise 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 creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows priority over personal property to be assigned according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official form of document to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of more than $250K it’s possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often provide an answer within one hour if you apply in standard business hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision within just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually provide a response in one hour – as long as you apply in normal business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we will be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be in a position to provide the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most effective method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload the copies of bank statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of factors in order to assess the health of the business and the level of repayments your business is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
If you decide to request the business loans, we will assess the risk profile for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. It is a business loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll know the exact amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to variables like the amount to be borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for as well as the field the company operates in, how long the company has been running for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay, and when, right from day one. 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 can apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please call our helpful business lending professionals. The specialists will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of the early payout plus 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is of huge importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide rapid response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a business owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s a way of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Should I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money However, we do need a personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.