FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Leda Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Leda Small Business Loans
Leda unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
Apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including the management of cash flow, business remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Leda Business Loans
What is the Larger Leda Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate the flow of cash.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan that is this large, your business needs to have been trading for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used for nearly any business use, including company remodeling, buying 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 needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It’s by way of charge over assets, and may include registration in the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay a loan which is general in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally accountable if the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval that will help smooth out the process. We might be able to do this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may have different conditions.
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 18 years or older, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just fill out the online application in just a few minutes, and an experienced company loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
Otherwise, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statements as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, as well as interim financials from the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged 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 if you submit your request at standard business times and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide the decision within just an company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually provide an answer within an hour – provided you make your application at standard business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to provide 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 may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also allow us to use our advanced bank verification system link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we look at a variety of elements that determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the particular circumstances the business.
When you make an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being for your business as well as the amount of the repayments your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business loans, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the rate that I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors such as the amount that is that is borrowed, what business assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans, and you’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, right from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company credit professionals. They will offer you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal as well as any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To make sure that you don’t miss payments and to work your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Security of your data, and making it clear the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital part 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 personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can offer quick responses.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a company owner utilises the assets they have to make the funding. The asset can be an individual property, such as the family home or it could be a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to make loans secured by assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
Up to $150K in loans no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds, however we do need an individual guarantee. So long as you comply with the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you are able to get a personal guarantee and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.