FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lutwyche Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Lutwyche Small Business Loans
Lutwyche unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company purpose including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Concerning Larger Lutwyche Business Loans
What is the Larger Lutwyche Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. This can be done in the form of a charge against assets and can include registering this with the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are which are registered with respect to personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We might be able to make this decision without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business timings and permit us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide an answer in just an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being for your business and the level of repayments your company will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we will consider a number of variables to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company and the level of the repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
When you make an application for the business loan, we will assess the risk assessment the company and provide an individualised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the business has been operating for, how long the company has enough cash flow to support the loan, and also the overall well-being or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They will offer you with the details of your repayment and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5% of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is crucial and is an essential 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 secure your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner utilises assets they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or a company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing using the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required prior to the loan’s access but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, typically, you will need the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.