FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Mount Roskill Small Business Loans
Tell me how you can avail the Mount Roskill Small Business Loans
Mount Roskill unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day 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. The company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you be aware in advance of the total amount payable including any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal purposes.
Concerning Larger Mount Roskill Business Loans
What is the Larger Mount Roskill Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
This 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 loan that is this large, your company needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at least 12 months of trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for nearly any company reason, such as business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory or as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is in the form of a charge against assets and can include registration through the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a guarantee to repay credit that is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person who is signing the guarantee is personally liable if the business creditor is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives preference over private property granted depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
A caveat is a legal document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of more than $250,000 we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval in order to simplify the process. We might be able to get this done without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on a preliminary assessment which includes you answering a few financial well-being questions. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. Acceptance without condition is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you are offered could be on different conditions.
The application process
Do I have the right to receive funds?
You may 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)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Complete the online form in just a few minutes, and an experienced business credit specialist will contact you to help you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) and an NZBN/IRD that is valid and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also require:
$100K – $250K: Application details including credit approval, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements Last 2 years’ finalised financial statements, as well as interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) We can usually provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you make your application at standard company timings and let us utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to provide an answer in just the span of one company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K up to $500,000) we could be likely to offer you with pre-approval conditional to your application in around six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method can be ensure you apply during standard company hours, and let us use the modern bank verification to instantly confirm your bank details online. If you send us the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour – provided you submit your request at normal business hours and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be able to offer you with conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, let us use the advanced bank verification system to confirm your bank details online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of variables for determining what is the well-being that is your business and the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances of your company.
If you apply for a specific amount we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you such as health that is your company 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
How much do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and offer you with a customised offer, including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. A company loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know in advance the total amount to be paid, including any interest rates, fees or charges.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates depend on several factors including the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business is operating in, how long the business has been running and how long the company has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and also the overall well-being as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees with our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much it is that you be required to pay, and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and the loan comes with no additional fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can make an application for loans absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5% of the amount of loan.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the total amount of your loan early at any time.
If you are deciding to take this route, please contact our helpful business lending professionals. They’ll provide you with details for repayment and an early payout figure. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss payments and to work with your cash flow standard, we provide payments that are either weekly or daily. They are automatically deducted from the nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be secure?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about the ways we gather the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive as well as financial data. Our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you 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 company owner utilises assets they own to secure the funds for a loan. The asset can be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an company property like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, including the big banks, tend to make loans secured by an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan, then your asset may be sold by the lender. In essence it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security to get a business loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) and you are able to meet your obligations, asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you can get an individual guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.