FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Laverton Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Laverton Small Business Loans
Laverton unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and the funds could be in your account in 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. Our business loan is a cash-based loan which means you be aware of the total amount to be paid, including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Laverton Business Loans
What is the Larger Laverton Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been trading for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used to fund almost any company use, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and could be registered on the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date the security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal document lodged to offer the legal claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of the initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health checks. It is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be subject to different terms.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for an company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of business (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a few minutes and an experienced business credit specialist will be in touch to assist you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) along with an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summary.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply in quality company time and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision within just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be likely to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval. However, it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal company hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application within standard business hours and allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements, we are able to provide an answer in as little as 1 business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) We may be able to offer you with a conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Some deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The most effective method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the advanced bank verification system link to verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank accounts, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of variables for determining the health for your company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of elements to assess the health of your company and the level of repayments that your company is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an business loan?
When you make an application for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk assessment for your business and provide you with a customised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be borrowed, what company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company has been running for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our company loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you need to pay, and when, starting from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to make an application for loans with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can repay all of your loan in full at any time.
If you do decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly business loan professionals. They’ll provide you with repayment details and an early payout figure. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payment plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To make sure you do not miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we offer repayments either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and being upfront about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is vital and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to security for our clients and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system to instantly confirm your bank account information online. This allows us to offer quick responses.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where a company owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or other piece of machinery.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to guarantee loans against assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be transferred to the lender. In essence it’s means of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get a business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of the charge of assets.