FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Linden Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Linden Small Business Loans
Linden unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest as well as other fees and charges. This business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About Larger Linden Business Loans
What is the Larger Linden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost any company purpose including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets and can include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining security over an asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000 we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. It is possible to apply for this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you are offered could have different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six 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 process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business loan specialist will contact you to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence), an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you make your application at standard business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide an answer within just one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however this can be quicker based on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request during standard business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you upload copies of your bank statements, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being of your company and the level of payments your company can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics for your company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as health for your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request the business credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running for, how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you need to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business loans specialists. They will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To help you avoid missing payments and to work your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account details online to offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to make a loan. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I require security to get a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150K typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security that is in the form the charge of assets.