FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Maungaraki Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Maungaraki Small Business Loans
Maungaraki unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is what makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone, receive an instant response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an interest rate per annum plus other fees and charges. We offer a business loan is a pre-paid loan therefore you’ll be aware of the total amount to be paid, including the interest, fees and charges. This is then divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business use, including control of cash flow company improvements, advertising for purchasing inventory or new equipment, as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Maungaraki Business Loans
What is the Larger Maungaraki Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support business growth opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed that can last up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly, depending on you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your business needs to be operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of at least $700,000. Your company must belong to 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 to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can I use the funding for?
A larger company loan can be used for nearly any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually as a result of an charge on assets and can be registered through the PPSR or the registration of as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a guarantee to repay credit that is generally in nature rather than stating security over an asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable in the event that the company the borrower fails to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted in accordance with the date on which a security interest was registered.
An affidavit is an official document lodged to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for an enterprise loan of more than $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes answering a couple of financial well-being questions. This is neither an offer nor a guarantee of funds. Acceptance without condition is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months’ worth of transactions (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and a dedicated business credit specialist will be in touch to guide you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) along with a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, and interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables Summary.
How quickly will I receive a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically offer an answer in just one hour, provided you apply during standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements , we’ll be able to offer an answer in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be able to offer the conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however it could be faster based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply can be make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also allow us to use the advance bank verification link to verify your bank account information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually provide an answer within an hour – as long as you apply at normal business time and you allow us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements, we’ll be able to offer a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we may be able to provide the conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval document, you will need to wait between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this can be faster depending on the particular circumstances of each application. Some deals have been approved in just 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload duplicates of your banking statements, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects that determine the well-being of the company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
When you apply for a particular amount, we consider a variety of factors to determine your well-being of the business and the amount of the repayments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particulars of your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for the cost of a business loan?
If you decide to make an application for the business loans, we will assess the risk profile the company and offer an individualised offer, including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware in advance of the total amount you will have to pay, including interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business operates in, how long the company has been running and what percentage of the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you’ll be required to pay, and when, right from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as long as you are able to make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged 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 early?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business lending professionals. We will offer you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the sum of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments that are either weekly or daily. These are automatically deducted from the 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 paramount importance and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when the company owner utilises the assets they have to obtain a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan, then the asset might be taken over by the lender. In essence it is means of securing new financing by using the worth of the asset you already have.
Do I need security to secure an business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans no asset security is required upfront to access the money however, we require a personal guarantee. require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow your loan obligations (as specified in your loan contract) the security of assets is not needed. For loans of over $150,000 typically, you will need personal ensure and security in the form of a charge over assets.