FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The La Perouse Small Business Loans
Let me know about the La Perouse Small Business Loans
La Perouse unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
It is imaginable to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest plus other fees and charges. The company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for almost every company use, including managing cash flows, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
About larger La Perouse Business Loans
What is the Larger La Perouse Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly to work with the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $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 the least 12 months of operating.
What can the funding be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost all company use, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets, and may include registering this in the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company lender is not able to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to provide the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250,000 or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We may be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you may receive may be on different terms.
Application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible 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’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business expert in lending will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application requirements, including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months of bank statements, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current 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 usually provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality company time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer within just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application at normal business hours and let us use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer a decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) We may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess your health for your business as well as the amount of repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
If you apply for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of elements to determine the well-being for your business and the amount of repayments your business can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to apply for one of our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the company and offer you with a customised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates differ based on various factors including the amount borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is operating in, how long the business has been running, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, and the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our company loans. You’ll know precisely what you need to pay, and when, starting from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay all of your loan early at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please contact our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll offer you with details on repayment and an early payment figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment plus 1.5% of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as making it clear how we collect data, process, exchange and safeguard your data, is crucial 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 financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can offer rapid response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company asset such as a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence it’s the process of securing new financing by making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as specified in your loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150K generally there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.