FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lockridge Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Lockridge Small Business Loans
Lockridge unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
The application to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive a same day response and the money could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a cash-based loan which means you know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as control of cash flow company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Lockridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Lockridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the business needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. This is by taking a charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We could be able to do this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business loan specialist will call you to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it can take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application within normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining the well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we look at a range of variables to determine the well-being for your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and offer you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the rate that I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, the long the business is in operation and whether the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay and at what time, from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business credit professionals. They will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up 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 repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect data, process, exchange and ensure the security of 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 make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be a personal asset like the family home or a business asset like a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
What do I require security to secure a company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required before you are able to access the money but we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as stipulated in your loan contract document) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.