FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Leets Vale Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Leets Vale Small Business Loans
Leets Vale unsecured loans offers the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and have the funds in your account in 24 hours. Traditional company loans are based on an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company need, such as managing cash flows, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About larger Leets Vale Business Loans
What is the Larger Leets Vale Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funding be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for almost every company purpose including company renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. This can be done by taking a charge on assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business lender is not able to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a security interest has been registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to provide the legal claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to make the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial well-being questions. It is not an offer or guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may 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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of trading (for 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 in few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need identification details (valid Driver’s License) along with an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financial statements for the current year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in quality company time and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just the span of one business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically offer a response in one hour – as long as you make your application in normal business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to offer the decision in just an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements, it can take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the business.
When you submit an application for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for the cost of a company loan?
When you request our company loan, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the company is in operation and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll be required to pay, and when, starting from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. This is only a fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please contact our helpful business lending professionals. We will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the remaining principal amount and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow general, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure 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 use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses the assets they have to make a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan then the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security will never be required. For loans of over $150,000 generally, you are able to get an individual ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.