FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Leederville Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Leederville Small Business Loans
Leederville unsecured loans provides 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.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could 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, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
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 business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan of this size the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funds for?
A large business loan can be used for almost all company need, including company improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory, 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 required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge on assets and can include registration through the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan of $250,000 or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We could be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial health questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of credit. A conditional approval is subject an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for a 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 for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request at quality company timings and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we might be likely to provide you with 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 upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of aspects to determine what is the well-being of the business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of elements to determine your health of the business as well as the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. The company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the rate that I am charged?
Business loan interest rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds are used to purchase in addition to the industry that the business operates in, the long the company is in operation, how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general well-being as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, right from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan in advance?
You can repay all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company credit experts. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is of huge importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to the security of our clients as well as their security. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset could be transferred to the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally there is an individual ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.