FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Lathlain Small Business Loans
Let me know how you can avail the Lathlain Small Business Loans
Lathlain unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business need, such as managing cash flows, business remodeling, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
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 fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and generate an annual revenue of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any company reason, such as business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge against assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR permits preference over private property granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250,000 it is possible to offer an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during standard company hours and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide a decision in just 1 company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide a response in one hour if you make your application during standard business timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to offer the decision within one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method is to ensure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we will consider a number of aspects for determining how much we can lend you health for your company and the level of payments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables to determine your well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a business loan?
When you apply for the business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment the business and provide you with a tailored offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront cost loan therefore you will be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan at any point in time.
If you choose to do this please speak to our friendly company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal balance and accrued interest to the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the remaining principal plus any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as knowing the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as secure your information, is of huge importance and a vital element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner utilises assets they own to make the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home, or an company asset such as a truck or piece of equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be transferred to the lender. In essence, it is an opportunity to secure additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security to secure a company loan?
For loans up to $150,000 there is no requirement for asset security before you are able to access the money but we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan commitments (as detailed in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be required. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security is provided in the form of a charge over assets.