FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Maraetai Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Maraetai Small Business Loans
Maraetai unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to get the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes by phone. You will receive an instant response and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount payable including any interest, fees or charges. Then, it is divided into weekly or daily payment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any company use, including cash flow management, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About the Larger Maraetai Business Loans
What is the Larger Maraetai Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 over a fixed term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
This Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used to fund almost any business purpose including business improvements, purchasing equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets, and could include registration in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a commitment to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than specifying the security for a particular asset. The person who is signing the ensure is personally accountable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document that is filed to offer the public notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
When you’re applying for a Larger Business Loan that is greater than $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help smooth out the process. We could be able to make this decision without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. This is not an offer of credit or guarantee of financing. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you are offered could have different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just complete the online application in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K-$500K: Information on the application including credit consent as well as 12 months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, as well as interim financials for the current financial year, Aged Payables and Aged Receivables summaries.
How soon will I hear a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard company timings and you allow us to make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer the decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application within six hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however this can be quicker based on the specifics of each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to upload documents from your account statement, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer within one hour if you submit your request in normal business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you want to send us copies of your bank statements we can offer the decision within 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K or more) We may be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, it could be faster based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us documents from your account accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health that is your business and the level of repayments that your business 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 set amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess your well-being of the business and the amount of repayments your business is able to afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars that are unique to your company.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for a business loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us business financing, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your business and provide an individualised proposal that includes the amount of the loan, the duration and the interest rates. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront and you’ll be aware of the total amount payable including any costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the amount I will be charged?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase and the sector the business is in, how long the business has been running and whether the company has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and also the general health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from the very first day. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You are able to request a credit loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful company loans specialists. The professionals will provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of the early payout and 1.5% 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 standard, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. These are automatically withdrawn from your nominated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect the information we collect, use, share and protect your information, is of huge importance and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to secure your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to protecting the security of customers and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset that they own to get the funding. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home or a company asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s the process of securing new financing using the worth of the asset you already own.
Are I need security for a company loan?
For loans up to $150K it is not necessary to secure assets upfront to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan commitments (as specified in your loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150,000 generally there is the option of a personal guarantee and security in the form charges on assets.