FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Leeming Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Leeming Small Business Loans
Leeming unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. We offer a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know ahead of time the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into either a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
About larger Leeming Business Loans
What is the Larger Leeming Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be trading for at least 3 years and generate an annual revenue of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company reason, such as company remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It’s in the form of a charge over assets and can include registering this on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business lender is not able to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document filed to provide the legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. It is possible to make this decision without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment, which involves answering a couple of financial health checks. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will be in touch to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) and an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality company times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer a decision in as little as the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be able to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to ensure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour, provided you make your application in normal business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and let us use the sophisticated bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining your health of the company and the level of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particular circumstances for your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile of your company and provide you with a customised offer, including loan amount, term and the interest rates. It is a business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for, the industry the company is in, how long the business has been operating and in the event that the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. They’ll offer you with details for repayment along with an early payout estimate. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and knowing the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and an integral part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to customer security and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of the assets they have to secure the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual asset, such as the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lenders, including the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
What do I require security to secure a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access, however we do need the personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as stated in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security in the form of the charge of assets.