FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lutwyche Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Lutwyche Small Business Loans
Lutwyche unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company need, such as managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Lutwyche Business Loans
What is the Larger Lutwyche Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, 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 income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old, 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 utilised?
A larger company loan is a great option for almost all company purpose including business renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just complete the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated business loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, 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 loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve month bank accounts, the IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you submit your request during quality business times and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal company hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually provide a response in one hour, provided you apply during normal business times and let us use the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it can take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects that determine what is the well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specifics for your company.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being for your company and the level of payments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront cost loan which means you 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?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to support the loan, and the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much it is that you need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please speak to our friendly company credit experts. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being clear about the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner utilises an asset that they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure additional financing using the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to get an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.