FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Larapinta Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Larapinta Small Business Loans
Larapinta unsecured loans provides amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
The application to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as managing cash flows, company remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
About larger Larapinta Business Loans
What is the Larger Larapinta Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any business use, including company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It’s by way of charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or making as a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business the borrower fails to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
A caveat is a legal form of document to provide an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of $250K or more we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help make the process. We may be able to do this without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different terms.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for a 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)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will contact you to assist you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim current financial year financials, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we usually offer an answer in just one hour if you make your application within quality business times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision in just 1 company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during normal company hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer within one hour – provided you apply in normal business timings and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use the advance bank verification to confirm your bank details online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables that determine the health of the business as well as the amount of payments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements to assess your health of the business as well as the amount of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the company loans, we’ll assess the risk profile the business and provide you with a tailored offer that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business has been in operation for, how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general health or creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you’ll need to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s no compounding and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can request a credit loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business lending specialists. They will offer you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the time of early payment and 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To make sure that you don’t miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and knowing how we collect data, process, exchange and secure your information, is vital and a vital part of our relationship with 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 as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our clients as well as their privacy. We make use of an advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online so we can offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
The term "asset-based" refers to borrowing where the business owner makes use of an asset that they own to make the funding. The asset can be either a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lending institutions, even the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding using the worth of the asset you already have.
Should I require security to get an company loan?
Up to $150K in loans it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans over $150,000 typically, you will need the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form the charge of assets.