FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Leederville Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Leederville Small Business Loans
Leederville unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
The application for your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive a same day response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business need, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About the Larger Leederville Business Loans
What is the Larger Leederville Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large, your business needs to have been 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) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used to fund almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for 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 needed to access funding over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and may be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest has been registered.
An affidavit is an official document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to ease the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank records, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you submit your request at quality business hours and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision in as little as one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within one hour – as long as you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will require to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your business.
When you make an application for a certain amount, we look at a range of aspects to assess the health of your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
When you apply for one of our business loans, we’ll assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan and you’ll be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business operates in, the long the business has been running for, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. This is only a cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company lending specialists. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining and 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 standard, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear the ways we gather, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is of huge importance 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 techniques to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a business owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset may be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or it could be a business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of the lenders even the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150K generally, you can get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form charges on assets.