FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Maoribank Small Business Loans
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Maoribank unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from the traditional business loan?
You can apply to get your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get a same day response and the money could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. This business loan is an upfront priced loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for almost every business purpose including managing cash flows, company improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Maoribank Business Loans
What is the Larger Maoribank Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range between $100,000 and $500,000 for a fixed period of 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 calculated at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been operating for a minimum of 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18 or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A large company loan can be used for almost every company reason, such as company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include the registration of this on the PPSR or registering a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stipulating the security of a specific asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the business borrower is unable 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 lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits preference over private property assigned depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to provide notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help simplify the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you receive could be based on different conditions.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You can apply for an company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months of trading (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced company lending specialist will contact you to guide you through the process.
To be eligible for up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months of bank records, IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials from the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer in just one hour if you make your application at standard business time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some agreements have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business hours and allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer an answer in as little as one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to offer you with conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use our sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements, it may take a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of elements to determine what is the health of your business and the extent of repayments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the company.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health of your business and the extent of repayments your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
When you request one of our business loans, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and offer you with a tailored offer that includes loan amount, term and interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on several factors like the amount of money borrowed, what business assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company operates in, the long the company has been operating and how long the business has enough cash flow to cover the loan, and general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the costs?
There aren’t any hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much you need to pay, and when, from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of the loan early at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful company loan specialists. They will provide you with details for repayment and an early payment figure. The figure will be calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To help you avoid missing repayments and to fit in with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being transparent about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a company owner uses the assets they have to make the funds for a loan. The asset could be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of banks, including the banks with the biggest size, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then the asset could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
What do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets before you are able to access the money but we do require the personal guarantee. So long as you comply with your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract document), asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.