FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Linden Small Business Loans
Tell me how you are able to avail the Linden Small Business Loans
Linden unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and the money could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as control of cash flow company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About larger Linden Business Loans
What is the Larger Linden Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be used for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly every company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is generally in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company 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 that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date the security interest was registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of more than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to make the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an 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)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer within an hour if you apply at standard company timings and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business timings and 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 banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application within 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account statement, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of factors for determining what is the health of your business as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine your well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loan, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know the exact amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase as well as the field the company is in, how long the business is in operation, what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and also the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you’ll be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses 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 amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please contact our helpful business loan experts. The experts will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the date of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about the ways we gather, use, exchange and ensure the security of your information is vital and an integral part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account details online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the business owner uses an asset that they own to secure the funding. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by using the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.