FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Leonay Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Leonay Small Business Loans
Leonay unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
You can apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and have the funds available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is an upfront priced loan so you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost any business purpose including cash flow management, company remodeling, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About Larger Leonay Business Loans
What is the Larger Leonay Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on the flow of cash.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the business needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A large business loan can be used to fund almost every business reason, such as business remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required for funding of more than $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets, which could also include the registration of this with the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally liable in the event that the company 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 granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to make this decision without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $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 business loan specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To apply for 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 need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables reports.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application in standard company hours and allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank details online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision within just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. You can also let us use the advance bank verification to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements it will take a little longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we usually provide an answer within one hour, provided you apply within standard business time and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in as little as the span of one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest method is to make sure you apply during standard business hours. Also, permit us to use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount we look at a variety of variables to determine how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we look at a range of variables to determine your well-being that is your company as well as the amount of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for our company loan, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a customised offer including loan amount, term and interest rates. This business loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase and the sector the business operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as what percentage of the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, as well as the overall health or financial standing of the business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely what you’ll need to pay and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to do this please contact our helpful company loan experts. We will provide you with the details of your repayment and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the sum of the remaining principal amount plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal amount remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify the bank account details online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where an business owner borrows from an asset they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home or an business asset such as a vehicle as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is the process of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans that exceed $150K, it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money However, we do require a personal guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150K, generally there is a personal ensure and security in the form an asset charge.