FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Lockridge Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Lockridge Small Business Loans
Lockridge unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an immediate response, and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any company use, including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger Lockridge Business Loans
What is the Larger Lockridge Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost every business use, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. This is in the form of a charge on assets, which could also include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company borrower is unable 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 records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to get this done without a credit check and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You are eligible to apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of business (for a 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 quick and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will contact you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request within quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer a decision in as little as 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements , it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour if you apply within standard business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer within one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the modern bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little 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 that determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances the company.
If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of variables to assess your well-being that is your company and the amount of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer you with a tailored offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware of the total amount payable including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company has been operating as well as how long the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no cost upfront or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in 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 loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan early at any time.
If you do decide to take this route, please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with details on repayment along with an early payout estimate. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you 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 occurs when an company owner makes use of an asset they own to make a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, not just the banks with the biggest size, 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 the process of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security to get an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as detailed in your loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form charges on assets.