FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Lathlain Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Lathlain Small Business Loans
Lathlain unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an immediate response, and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. The business loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for virtually any business reason, such as cash flow management, business remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Lathlain Business Loans
What is the Larger Lathlain Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost every business reason, such as business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s as a result of an charge against assets and can include registering this through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives the priority of personal property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit verification and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial health checks. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you are offered could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible 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 prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K to $250K: Application details 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, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement 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 can usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application during quality business times and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to ensure you apply during standard company hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to send us duplicates of your banking statement, it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically provide an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during normal business times and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide the decision within an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain offers have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects for determining what is the health of the business and the extent of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances for your business.
When you submit an application for a set amount, we consider a variety of factors to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business and the amount of payments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request the company financing, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. The business loan is an upfront cost loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on several factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business is in, how long the company has been operating for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and general health or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you’ll be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated in establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company loan professionals. The specialists will provide you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being upfront about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to provide rapid response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the company owner utilises the assets they have to get the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of banks, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Do I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form of the charge of assets.