FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Leeming Small Business Loans
Let me know how you are able to avail the Leeming Small Business Loans
Leeming unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll know ahead of time the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into weekly or daily amount to be paid back.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost any company reason, such as managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Leeming Business Loans
What is the Larger Leeming Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be operating for at least three years with 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, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly all company need, including company improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets, and could include registering this on the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than defining the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted according to the date a registration of a security interest.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re requesting a Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250,000 it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. It is not an offer of credit or guarantee of funds. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer an answer in just one hour if you apply in quality business timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank accounts, it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer a response in one hour, provided you apply at standard business timings and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we consider a variety of elements for determining your health of the company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to assess the health for your company and the extent of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the business loans, we will assess the risk assessment for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money will be used for and the sector the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans without any upfront costs or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you do decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan professionals. They will offer you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify the bank account details online, allowing us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner makes use of the assets they have to get a loan. The asset can be either an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or a business asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of banks, even the banks with the biggest size, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I need security to secure a business loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stipulated in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security is not required. For loans over $150K generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.