FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Massey Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Massey Small Business Loans
Massey unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from the traditional company loan?
It is possible to apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an answer within the same day and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans have an annual rate of interest along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a cash-based loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What can you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for virtually every business reason, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Massey Business Loans
What is the Larger Massey Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount, your company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years with an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger business loan is a great option for almost any business reason, such as company remodeling, buying new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is required to obtain funding above $150,000. It’s by taking a charge on assets, and may include registration with the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally accountable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR permits the priority of personal property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
Caveats are legal document lodged to offer the public notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you may receive may be based on different conditions.
Application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may be eligible 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’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and easy. Complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will be in touch to guide you through the process.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll require:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit approval, 6-12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Information on the application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statement Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) we usually provide an answer within an hour if you submit your request in standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to provide a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be in a position to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply would be to make sure you apply during standard business hours. You can also let us use the modern bank verification link to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking statements , it takes a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically offer a response in one hour if you make your application at normal business time and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can provide a decision in as little as one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) We may be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the specifics of each application. Certain deals have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use the sophisticated bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements, it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine what is the health of your company and the amount of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
If you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of variables to assess the well-being of your business and the amount of repayments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to request business loans with us company loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your business and offer you with a tailored proposal that includes the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. This business loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates depend on a variety of variables like the amount to be of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company operates in, how long the business is in operation for, whether the company has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and general well-being or creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you choose to proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan earlier?
You may choose to pay back the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to do this please contact our helpful company credit experts. The experts will provide you with repayment details along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal balance plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout and 1.5 percent of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do you make repayments work?
To help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either weekly or daily. They will be automatically deducted from your designated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being transparent about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and a vital aspect 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 sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when a business owner makes use of an asset they own to obtain the funds for a loan. The asset can be an individual asset, such as the family home, or it could be a business asset like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The vast majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it’s means of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already have.
Are I need security to get a company loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan commitments (as stipulated in your loan contract document) Asset security is not required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally there is a personal guarantee and security that is in the form a charge over assets.